Redtail Rise the sleeper

A call would come.  Redd waited patiently on the ridge, hunting, sometimes in the silent company of @Watcher.  She did not know her younger siblings well yet but something about the girl felt more kindred than the others.  She did not cloud the air with words that begged response.

When a voice rang out, it called for her as well.  Even if she hadn't known it to be Avicus, she'd know from this how the Rise was now claimed.  She did not believe the others would have welcomed her so readily home.  She would not have accepted it if they had.

As she traveled, another call sounded forth, this time for Augur and his family.  She had not known if he would be welcomed back, but there was wisdom in this choice.  Masquerade had been visiting but Redd had allowed the family their peace.  She would have respected Avicus' decision either way, and would not have questioned a need to drive them forth.

Only so much disrespect could be tolerated.  The hunt lead had walked a dangerous line.

She arrived and silently stood alongside, allowing others to take up the song.  She is home, and for the first time in months this weight lifts from her chest, but it is not clear yet where she will fit once the dust settles.